Which Substrate Would React Most Rapidly in an S_N2 Reaction

question 55

Multiple Choice

Which substrate would react most rapidly in an S_N2 reaction?

• A) CH₃CH₂CH=CHCH₂Br
• B) BrCH₂CH₂CH=CHCH₃
• C) CH₃CHBrCH=CH₂CH₃
• D) CH₃CH₂CH₂CH=CHBr

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